Senior TSA Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Woodside (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Woodside, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to oversee screening operations and lead teams at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes decisive leadership, clear communication, and hands-on supervision of security procedures to ensure consistent application.

Officers may work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, or overtime as required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a supervisor or team lead in security-related roles is typical.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Prepare briefings and management communications; coordinate with airport stakeholders.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Staffing coordination

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Woodside, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to oversee screening operations and lead teams at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes decisive leadership, clear communication, and hands-on supervision of security procedures to ensure consistent application.

Officers may work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, or overtime as required.